I was fortunate to work alongside devoted research fellows and began my life-long fascination with the brain. Later in life, we lived in Maine, spent a year in Belize doing volunteer work, then, after three years living and working in Massachusetts, moved to the rural North Coast of California. I also began a health food business with my good friend Ellen, and we brought our products to market in We concentrated on health food markets, and had success and learned a lot about running a business and the intricate balancing act of parenting and working.
When our three children were teenagers, it was time to focus on helping them acheive their goals so we sold our business. Our daughter Renee attended Reed College.
I'd come up to visit her, then while driving home, I would think "well, someday I will find a way to live in Portland. My career in outside sales was challenging and I loved it, but knew it was time to take a new direction including one where I came home at night. I found myself fascinated with hearing when I helped my Uncle get a hearing test and hearing aids. I found Avada, and they supervised my training until I took the licensing exam and passed.
I worked for other companies after I received my license, but returned in February , when I was alerted of an opening. I love helping people hear better and am passionate about my profession and our role in improving lives through better hearing.
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Your browser is out-of-date! It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites. Learn how. Skip to main content. To provide a standardized process for all regulated professions when applicants for licensure fail state-prepared written qualifying examinations for licensure, the Health Licensing Office has established the following requirements:.
This requirement does not apply to professions that have their own examination retake requirements. In addition to completing an application, paying fees and providing documentation regarding proof of age, identification and secondary education, applicants must provide the following:. Individuals who have obtained the required training may apply for a temporary license, which allows them to practice under the supervision of a licensed specialist until they are able to pass the written and practical examinations.
A Certification of Training form must be completed before an application for a temporary license may be submitted. See the Identification Requirements page for details. Licensees must complete and attest to 12 hours of continuing education each year. Learn more on the continuing education page. Your browser is out-of-date! It has known security flaws and may not display all features of this and other websites. Learn how. Skip to main content. Translate this page.
Written International Licensing Examination The ILE consists of 80 scored and 25 non-scored pilot practice-scenario-based, multiple-choice test questions. Skip to main content. Translate this page. Overview Hearing aid specialists recommend, select or adapt hearing aids and may alter, adjust or reconstruct hearing aid specifications for functionality, such as taking ear impressions for proper fit. What You Need to Know How to apply for a hearing aid specialist license How to renew a license Application and licensure fees Oregon laws and rules pertaining to hearings aid specialists Continuing education requirements Information on the International Licensing Examination from the International Hearing Society Other FAQs News on hearing aids from the Health Licensing Office blog Scope of Practice Questions Do you have a question about how a law or rule impacts your individualized practice?
Here are some resources: If you are looking for an attorney to provide you with legal advice about the statutes and rules governing your licensure, the Oregon State Bar has information on how to hire a lawyer. If you wish to make a complaint against a person for violating HLO and the board's statutes or rules, you may use this complaint form.
If you wish to make a public comment on the statutes and rules governing your licensure, interested party feedback is encouraged at all public meetings. Guidance on how to obtain a license is available on the HLO website. Please note that any rules must fit within HLO and the board's current statutory authority.
Please also know that the board will consider your position but might not adopt your proposed rule.
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